byakuyako is a Japan drama released in 2006 rated 8.0/10 with 11 episodes. This thriller series has been watched by 3,477 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  Japan |
| Genre | ThrillerMysteryPsychologicalRomance |
| Year | 2006 |
| Episodes | 11 |
| Duration | 00:45:00 |
| Rating | 8.0/10 |
| Director | Ishii Yasuharu, Hirakawa Yuichiro |
| Main Cast | Yamada Takayuki, Ayase Haruka |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | Not Yet Rated |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
When Ryoji finds out that the object of his father's perversion is his first love, Yukiho, he kills him. To his horror, Yukiho's mother forced her to do so to relieve their dire economic straits. Yukiho also retaliates in similar manner by staging a suicide for her mother as well as herself. It's been 14 years since then and the boy that gave up everything and the girl that waged her life on the boy are struggling to continue to love each other. They grow up attempting to keep it secret and ride out the statute of limitations. In order to protect Yukiho, and improve her life, Ryoji enters the world of vice and dabbles in crimes to support her. (Source: IMDb) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Journey Under the Midnight Sun" (白夜行) by Higashino Keigo (東野圭吾).
Critical Reception
byakuyako has received excellent reviews with a rating of 8.0/10 based on 1,014 ratings. It is ranked #2,090 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of byakuyako?
byakuyako has a rating of 8.0/10 based on 1,014 ratings.
How many episodes does byakuyako have?
byakuyako has 11 episodes, each approximately 00:45:00 long.
What genre is byakuyako?
byakuyako is a Thriller, Mystery, Psychological, Romance drama from Japan.
Who are the main actors in byakuyako?
The main cast of byakuyako includes Yamada Takayuki, Ayase Haruka.
When was byakuyako released?
byakuyako was released in 2006 in Japan.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.